Thursday, July 1, 2010

Home Selling Tips-Spit Shine and Fluffin'

Looking to sell? Dust the nooks and crannies, pull the weeds and get rid of the clutter. Here are a few other tips to help you make your product glisten:

Touch up interior and exterior paint as needed.
Install new carpeting and flooring if it appears worn or dated.
Make sure the front is clean and spruced up – curb appeal will create a favorable first impression.
Trim bushes and plants as needed, and make sure the lawn is kept mowed and trimmed.
Keep the interior clean, decluttered and odor-free. Eliminate evidence of pets.
Minimize personal items such as family photos. You want buyers to see themselves living in the home.
Consider putting excess furniture and belongings in storage.
When potential buyers visit your home, either be absent or make yourselves as inconspicuous as possible.
Have fresh flowers in the entryway. It makes for a friendly introduction into your home.
If offers are made that don't match your hoped-for price, don't reject them out of hand. Pay attention to your agent's advice.
Consider dropping the price if several months go by with few or no offers. If you priced your home properly from the start, this shouldn't be necessary.

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